2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Captiva | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |